CHAPTER 5: UNFORESEEN FRUITS
Think about the movements for social justice that have made a difference in your life and in the lives of your family members. For example, without the woman's suffrage movement, the women in the class would still not be able to vote. Think about all the aspects of your life: social, work, economic, family, religious, etc., and think about all the rights and privileges that you enjoy that were earned by the work of active citizens. Try to list at least five of these rights, privileges, and gains in human dignity that grew out of the movements they created--for instance the 40-hour work week and laws against child labor.
CHAPTER 6: THE CALL OF STORIES
What does the author mean when he states that, "other people's stories can expand our view of the world"? Discuss the importance of listening to other people's stories. Why are other people's stories important to hear, even if we're not victims of social justice?
What stories might you tell from your own life? What story would sum up your own life? What stories shaped your views of community involvement? How would you write your political autobiography?
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